A Son of the Circus

“We are like chameleons, we take our hue and the color of our moral character, from those who are around us.” People and cultures throughout time have been influenced by all kinds of things such as friends, family, their environment, and sometimes even gods. Greek gods and mythology have not only impacted the Greeks, but has continued to impact society throughout time; including nations such as Rome, Egypt, and America. Among plenty of other things, the Romans have adopted art/ architecture,…

to me. In order for the ceremony to begin, it is mandatory for everyone to cover their head, using a head scarf or bandana, this shows respect to God. The first step of performing this ceremony correctly is for the bride 's side to give their future son-in-law their blessings through money. It is a custom to always give the guests a gift, where it is a gold chain or a simple coin. The priest continues to pray for the well being of this couple. Finally, after waiting for so long, it is our turn…

He had met the dancer, Velardi, while he was at Juilliard, and the couple had a son named Zachary (BIOGRAPHY: Robin Williams). He had met Garces when she became a nanny to Zachary, while Velardi and Williams were still married. Garces and Williams had a daughter named Zelda Rae and a son named Cody (Infoplease). During his college years, he was one of the twenty freshmen accepted that year and shared the honor with his roommate Christopher…

He moved from place to place and had many odd jobs. One of which was with Barnum and Bailey’s Circus. He had undeniable aspirations as a writer. In his time in boarding school he ran a printing press from his dormitory to help with his tuition. Furthermore, he often wrote letters about one thing or another, some letters even being in excess…

The Effects of Orcas in Captivity Ever wonder what goes on behind the scenes of the killer whale shows at SeaWorld? So much preparation goes into the shows at SeaWorld. This causes frustration within the whales that can result in whales acting out on other whales and SeaWorld trainers. So, is captivity good for the orcas? Despite the fact that millions of people go to SeaWorld every year to see the killer whales, the animals are actually mistreated. If SeaWorld doesn’t change their ways, then…

I was an only child. I'm a 16-year-old named Gunther Woods, who goes to Seal Coast Academy. I live in a small town called Maplewood, Minnesota. I usually spend most of my time in my bedroom. My bedroom is like any ordinary bedroom that has a bed, a few unwanted stuffed animals lying on the cold hard floor, and most of the time you will see a lot of chocolate wrappers in the trash. I spend about all my time in my bedroom, it' the only place where I truly feel free and am one with my surroundings.…

When first receiving the rubric for The Woman Warrior writing assignment, I was appalled. Not that the book didn’t peek my interest and prove fascinating. I just loathed the idea. This book to me is a giant metaphor wrapped in metaphorical bacon. The problem I face with metaphors isn’t that I don’t understand them; I believe metaphors are more personal than we give them credit. I know that the way I perceive a certain metaphor is totally, indisputably and irrevocably different than the way…

writing has been dominated by the British. British sitcoms, or Britcoms, have developed through every era since then; each one bringing new hit sitcoms and catchy, illustrious moments. Some of the more famous Britcoms include: Monty Python’s Flying Circus, Fawlty Towers, Blackadder, The Good Life (Good Neighbors) and Are You Being Served? Because some Britcoms were becoming extremely popular in the United States, British producers took it upon themselves to remake a few of the classic Britcoms…

Office and home repair projects seem to have taken most of our times. It has become very difficult to find some quality time to spend with our adorable pooches. Every relationship demands love, loyalty, trust, and of course time to grow and flourish. Hence, if you and your furry friend are feeling the absence of quality time from your lives, it's time to strengthen your bond. Spending time together is important, both for your dog and for you. After all, the relationship between your pet and…

In Roman mythology, Romulus and his brother Remus were the children of Rhea Silvia and an unknown father. Romulus and Remus are best known for being the founders of Rome. This story was recorded by many authors with different versions of the founding story of Rome. Romulus and Remus were the descendants of Aeneas, whose adventures to discover Italy are written by Virgil in The Aenid. Romulus and Remus were related to Aeneas through their mother's father, Numitor. Numitor was the king of Alba…